How to prune passiflora alata

Early spring before active growth begins, or immediately after the main flowering flush subsides. Cut back lateral shoots by one-third to one-half, retaining a framework of main stems. Remove any dead, weak or crossing stems entirely. In frost-free climates, give a harder tidy in late winter. In containers, root-prune or repot every 2–3 years alongside the top-growth cut-back.

Annually, early spring or post-flowering. Yes — Passiflora alata (winged-stem passion flower) is a vigorous tropical climber that benefits from annual pruning to control size and stimulate fresh flowering growth. It blooms on new growth, so cutting back after the main flowering flush promotes a second wave of fragrant flowers. Prune lightly in early spring or after the main bloom period, cutting back lateral shoots by one-third to one-half.

Cut back lateral shoots by one-third to one-half, retaining a framework of main stems. Remove any dead, weak or crossing stems entirely. In frost-free climates, give a harder tidy in late winter. In containers, root-prune or repot every 2–3 years alongside the top-growth cut-back.